Actor James Earl Jones died at the age of 93. His agent confirmed that he passed away Monday morning at his home in New York.

James Earl Jones overcame a stutter to become one of the most respected actors in the industry.
He had a prolific career spanning decades, embodying characters that touched every genre and every generation. From his booming voice in The Lion King and Star Wars, to his brazen intensity in The Great White Hope, he was a towering figure in film and theater.

Jones’ agent Barry McPherson told USA Today, “He passed this morning surrounded by his loved ones. He was a great man.” There has been no information on the cause of death.